Title: Gulf Gate Retreat – Family-Friendly Home with pool, 1 mile from South Siesta Key - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gulf Gate Retreat – Family-Friendly Home with pool, 1 mile from South Siesta Key Vacation home in Sarasota with private pool and kitchen ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101840000/101838900/101838804/c018764a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101840000/101838900/101838804/c6a09796.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101840000/101838900/101838804/7ee42aad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101840000/101838900/101838804/32db2036.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101840000/101838900/101838804/d842ed54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the Gulf Gate neighborhood, The Breakwater offers a serene escape just 1 mile from South Siesta Key Bridge. Enjoy modern comforts and homely warmth with a spacious layout, large TV for movie nights, open-plan design for effortless socializing, and fully stocked kitchen perfect for cooking up meals. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Pool - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Gulf Gate Retreat – Family-Friendly Home with pool, 1 mile from South Siesta Key The Space Welcome to The Breakwater, your serene escape nestled in the Gulf Gate neighborhood, just 1 mile from the iconic South Siesta Key Bridge. This recently updated and refurbished home boasts a spacious layout perfect for families or remote workers looking for a tranquil retreat. Accommodations: The Breakwater provides modern comforts and homely warmth. A large TV takes center stage, perfect for movie nights after a day of exploration. The open-plan design ensures that whether you're lounging or dining, you're always part of the conversation. The primary bedroom is a haven of relaxation, featuring a luxurious king-sized bed and an en-suite bathroom. It's tailored for comfort and convenience, offering a desk space for those who need to work remotely, ensuring productivity is just as achievable as rest. The guest bedroom is versatile and welcoming, with a plush queen bed and an additional twin bunk bed, making it ideal for additional guests or children. Each bedroom is equipped with a TV, ensuring private leisure time for all. The kitchen is modern and well-equipped, reflecting the recent updates with sleek appliances and beautiful finishes. Whether you're preparing a quick breakfast or a full family meal, the space is designed for ease and enjoyment. Experience the beauty of Florida's outdoors in the comfort of the screened-in lanai and pool deck. It's the perfect spot for morning coffees or evening cocktails, free from the concerns of the elements. The pool is heated and features a shallow ledge perfect for lounging or young children enjoying the pool. For your convenience, the property includes a one-car garage, washer, and dryer, making long stays as comfortable as short ones. Plus, with beach supplies provided, your sunny days at the shore are hassle-free. Location: Situated in a prime location, you are a mere mile from the sandy beaches and scenic views of South Siesta Key. The Gulf Gate neighborhood provides a peaceful backdrop while still being conveniently close to local attractions and amenities. Your vacation awaits in this beautifully appointed property, where each day promises comfort, convenience, and the calm of coastal living. Amenities Washer & Dryer Fully Stocked Kitchen Private Backyard Propane Outdoor Grill Beach Supplies: Chairs, Umbrellas, Coolers, Carts & Toys Extra Bedding Extra Towels Pets The Breakwater is dog friendly for 1 dog up-to 15lbs. There will be a $35/night. dog fee added to your reservation. What Altez Vacations Provides Find the Altez Vacations difference. Altez Vacations properties are backed by our meticulous 5-star rated Altez Diamond Property Standards birthed from our 35+ years of managing 5-star luxury hotels and resorts. Altez Vacations properties are vetted and audited to ensure our properties meet the standards and expectations of our discerning guests. Altez Vacations furnishes all of our guests with the amenities of home, from toiletries to kitchenware, providing you with the best-enhanced vacation experience. Altez Vacations offers each of its residences its own Property Liaison to ensure any problems or concerns will be resolved in an effective and timely manner. Local activities, events, and concierge services may be discovered by contacting an Altez Vacations service member or the Activities and Concierge pages on our website. \*\*Minimum Age 25: All Reservations must be booked by and accompanied by an adult who is 25 years of age or older. Valid photo I.D. may be required at the time of booking. \*\*Your inquiry on our property will be responded to directly to your personal email. Please keep a lookout for our response so we may best service your request. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Massage - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limo/town car service - Car available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Heated pool - Basketball nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83830000/83826100/83826035/0eb39218.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pool Home oasis just minutes to Siesta Key Beaches Sarasota Springs - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=83826035&PinnedHotelID=83826035&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18972800/18972764/007095c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relaxing Lakefront Home: 3BR/2BA, Heated Pool, Near Siesta Key Beach SARASOTA - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 64 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=18972764&PinnedHotelID=18972764&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92510000/92508500/92508500/612e2417.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront Getaway in Sunny FL Sarasota - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=92508500&PinnedHotelID=92508500&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95830000/95820700/95820642/w1199h797x1y1-d8f881ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Pool Bungalow - 15 Mins to Famous Beaches Sarasota Springs - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 27 reviews CA $146 CA $378 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=95820642&PinnedHotelID=95820642&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112600000/112590600/112590527/fb976283.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Breezemont Bungalow | Private pool, Hot tub + Sauna Glen Oaks - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=112590527&PinnedHotelID=112590527&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94660000/94653500/94653444/850909e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Central Sarasota Family Home w/ Heated Pool! 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Violators will face an additional cleaning fee of $400. Guests may be charged an additional cleaning fee should the property be left in a state considered excessively dirty NOISE ORDINANCE: Quiet hours are between 10:00 pm and 7:00 am. A No Tolerance Policy regarding excessive noise, parties, or disturbing neighbors. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 817674 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C27.25231%2C-82.50977&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=L4WXZKsJ4TWM3bkwjIWnup2ryv0=) Sarasota, FL #### What's nearby - Crescent Beach - 5 min drive - 4.1 km - Siesta Key Beach - 5 min drive - 4.0 km - Turtle Beach - 10 min drive - 7.5 km - St. Armands Circle - 19 min drive - 17.4 km - Lido Beach - 21 min drive - 19.5 km #### Getting around - Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Culver's - ‬2 min drive - ‪Taco Jalisco - ‬16 min walk - ‪Munchies 420 Cafe - ‬3 min drive - ‪Moondoggy’s Saloon - ‬3 min drive - ‪Brine Seafood & Raw Bar - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Gulf Gate Retreat – Family-Friendly Home with pool, 1 mile from South Siesta Key have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Gulf Gate Retreat – Family-Friendly Home with pool, 1 mile from South Siesta Key pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Gulf Gate Retreat – Family-Friendly Home with pool, 1 mile from South Siesta Key? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Gulf Gate Retreat – Family-Friendly Home with pool, 1 mile from South Siesta Key? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Gulf Gate Retreat – Family-Friendly Home with pool, 1 mile from South Siesta Key located? > Located in Gulf Gate Estates, this vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Gulf Gate Golf Club and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Siesta Key Beach. Gulf Gate Mall and Sarasota Memorial Health Care System are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gulf Gate Retreat – Family-Friendly Home with pool, 1 mile from South Siesta Key Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Veronica S. Sep 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was a great property! It was just as the pictures portrayed: clean, spacious, private and very relaxing. We loved it so much I tried to book it for next year but I was unable to do so. We would love to stay here again! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/964817ed-1f5a-4c71-b724-79a3762b39bf-1758236885229.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/41967fc2-5ba2-48bf-9645-6ef68ff01f66-1758236883305.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Veronica S. Stayed 11 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### krestina s. Jul 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful very comfortable very clean home ##### krestina s. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kirsten A. Aug 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We've been coming to Sarasota for many years and have rented a variety of houses. This small, completely renovated cottage is definitely one of our favorites! It's nicely furnished and equipped, everything was super clean, and it has a wonderful pool. It's also located in a quiet residential area and just a short drive to beautiful beaches, shopping, and restaurants. Contact with Altez Vacation was easy and friendly, questions and concerns were answered promptly.Thank you for letting us spend our vacation here! ##### Kirsten A. 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